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Why do some fund managers and startup founders close oversubscribed fundraising rounds in days, while others chase investors for months with nothing but "maybes"? The secret to raising capital successfully is not just your IRR, deck, or data room—it's mastering The Fundraise Formula.

In this powerful episode of Making Billions, host Ryan Miller reveals the simple yet universal law that dictates every successful private equity deal, venture capital round, and alternative asset raise: Trust multiplied by the Transaction.

Stop chasing capital and start making capital chase you. This masterclass is essential viewing for fund managers, General Partners (GPs), Limited Partners (LPs), deal syndicators, venture capitalists, angel investors, and startup founders who are serious about scaling their businesses and building their financial empire.

Download The Fundraise Capital Diagnostic Tool—the private framework Ryan uses to score a deal's investor perception—and change the way you raise capital forever: go.fundraisecapital.co/thefundraiseformula

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For decades, the 60/40 portfolio—a simple mix of 60% stocks and 40% bonds—was the undisputed king of investment strategy. It was a reliable engine for wealth creation during an era of falling interest rates and cheap capital.

That era is over.

Today, we face a new reality: persistent structural inflation, crushing US debt levels, and historically dangerous market valuations. The strategy that got generations of investors here will not get them there.

Jeff Sarti is here to expose why this once-sacred strategy is now a liability and to reveal the quiet, radical shifts the smart money is making right now. Learn what replaces the 60/40, how to protect your wealth from currency debasement, and why liquidity is your greatest enemy.

This is an essential discussion for anyone serious about financial planning, risk management, and building a truly resilient investment portfolio.

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[THE GUEST]:Jeff Sarti is Morton Wealth’s Chief Executive Officer

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Are you looking to achieve financial freedom by moving beyond the high-risk startup game? This episode of Making Billions is your battle-tested blueprint for entering the world of private equity and small business acquisition. Host Ryan Miller,  breaks down the simple but brutally effective PE process: Buy, Fix, and Sell.

Discover the massive, often-overlooked $10 trillion wealth transfer opportunity as baby boomer owners of profitable small companies look to retire. 

We dive deep into why buying an existing business is the new building, understanding valuation, learning the non-negotiable rules of due diligence, mastering the deal structure that gets you funded and finally avoiding the five mindset mistakes of first-time acquirers.

This is the playbook for building an empire, one smart acquisition at a time.

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The AI Gold Rush is here, redefining the venture capital landscape. Billions of dollars are flowing, startup valuations are soaring, and the traditional power dynamics of early-stage investing are being upended. 

In this explosive episode, host Ryan Miller sits down with Maria Palma, General Partner at Freestyle VC, one of the most disciplined and forward-thinking firms in the industry, specializing in seed-stage and early-stage technology investments. Discover the frameworks Freestyle VC uses to spot defensible AI plays before the market recognizes them. 

This is a must-watch for fund managers, angel investors, and startup founders looking to understand the new rules of raising capital.

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How do the world's best fund managers turn every dollar into six, year after year, even when the markets are collapsing? It is not luck or insider tips. They use a repeatable, systematic, almost scientific playbook to build their wealth and sustain extraordinary long-term returns.

In this deep-dive episode of Making Billions, host Ryan Miller pulls back the velvet rope on elite fund management to expose the three powerful levers that differentiate billion-dollar funds from average investors. 

Learn how to stop being a gambler reacting to market noise and start building a high-conviction, risk-first investment machine that compounds consistent, small wins into massive wealth.

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[THE HOST]: Ryan is a recovering CFO turned angel investor in technology and energy.

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In this critical episode of Making Billions, host Ryan Miller and alternative asset manager Larry Kriesmer challenge the core tenets of Modern Portfolio Theory. Larry argues that traditional diversification is broken because supposedly uncorrelated assets become correlated during a market crisis (like 2000 or 2008), leaving investors exposed to unlimited loss.

This interview is essential for investors, fund managers, and financial advisors who must deal with clients in the "Zone of Freaking Out" (ZOFO) during a market decline. Larry explains how his risk off strategy and upfront disclosure keep clients calm, allowing their investments long enough time to perform and achieve long term average returns. The discussion also covers the future of SynthEquity (MRP 2.0) and the possibility of creating products that use leveraged options for even higher potential return against a small, defined drawdown.

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Here is the truth: most Private Equity CEOs fail within their first 18 months. It is not a test of intelligence; it is a test of speed to value and execution. The first 100 days are the make-or-break period where a new CEO proves their fitness, secures board alignment, and lays the foundation for exponential value creation. 

If you are stepping into a PE-backed CEO role, hesitation costs money—literally, as capital is always compounding. Your job is to survive your first three months and thrive.

In this essential CEO survival guide, Ryan Miller, breaks down the exact 100 Day Playbook used by top PE operating partners and successful portfolio company executives. 

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In this powerful episode of the Making Billions podcast, host Ryan Miller and guest Michelle Urben dismantle the outdated conventions of traditional venture capital. Michelle argues that the industry is "broken" due to its strict adherence to stage-specific investing and misaligned incentives, which create significant funding gaps. She introduces the innovative Continuum Fund model, which blends early-stage and late-stage investments to balance liquidity and durability for both investors and founders.

This episode provides a blueprint for fund managers to build a successful and lasting legacy by aligning purpose and profit.

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[THE GUEST]: Michelle Urben is the Managing Partner of Synergos Fund, an investment firm dedicated to reshoring industrial supply chain

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In this first installment of the Making Billions Academy, host Ryan Miller teaches a powerful financial concept used by private equity pros to instantly assess deals: Tobin's Q. 

This ratio compares a company's market value to its replacement cost, helping investors determine if a business is overvalued or undervalued. You'll learn the simple formula, see practical examples, and discover how this timeless logic can help you avoid overpaying for assets.

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In this episode, Ryan Miller and renowned venture capitalist Jeremy Kranz explore the future of global investing and fund management. They reveal how emerging markets, particularly China, have outpaced Silicon Valley in real-world AI adoption and commercialization. Jeremy argues that a series of "Black Swans"—like the tokenization of capital markets and advancements in quantum computing—are poised to reshape the financial landscape and create trillion-dollar opportunities hiding in plain sight.

This is a must-watch for startup founders, private equity investors, and anyone interested in the future of technology trends and business leadership. 

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[THE GUEST]: Jeremy Kranz created the Bridge Forum and now Sentinel Labs, to assist US startups seeking to go global. With over 25 years of venture investing globally and more than 18 venture investments exited via IPO, foun

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In this episode of Making Billions, I sit down with renowned leadership communication coach Dia Bondi to demystify the art of high-stakes fundraising. 

Forget everything you thought you knew about traditional pitching. Dia shares her groundbreaking insights on how to secure massive investment by using the "bold ask" and going for a "no." This masterclass in strategic asking reveals why emotional intelligence and powerful storytelling are your most valuable tools, not just the numbers on a spreadsheet. 

Whether you're a startup founder seeking seed funding or a private equity manager raising a new fund, this conversation provides a blueprint for effective communication & investor relations.

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[THE GUEST]: Dia Bondi is an expert in Leadership Communications, with two decades of experience coaching top C

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